The Marie M and James H Galloway Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Marie M and James H Galloway Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $3.4 million in 63 grants; the typical grant was $35,000 and the largest $330,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$3.4 million
- Number of grants63
- Typical grant$35,000
- Largest grant$330,000
- Assets$75.0 million
- New grantees24%
Giving in 2025 was up from $3.2 million the year before.
24% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $2.7 million | 43 | $63.2 million |
| 2024 | $3.2 million | 48 | $68.2 million |
| 2025 | $3.4 million | 63 | $75.0 million |
How to apply
The Marie M and James H Galloway Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What The Marie M and James H Galloway Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 58 | $3.1 million |
| Missouri | 1 | $100,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $85,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $30,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $25,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Galloway School | Capital improvements and school repairs | $330,000 |
| YMCA of Greater Houston | Camp cullen - be the change campaign | $170,000 |
| Both Ends Believing | General fund | $157,100 |
| Admiral Nimitz Foundation | Fund a need initiative and construction of the main street entrance | $100,000 |
| Arts for Rural Texas | General fund | $100,000 |
| Arts for Rural Texas | Harvest fest paddles up gift matching | $100,000 |
| Caesar Kleberg Wildlife Research Institute | Wildlife graduate scholarship | $100,000 |
| Camp Allen | Back to nature campaign | $100,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | General fund | $100,000 |
| Houston Botanic Garden | General fund | $100,000 |
| Houston Food Bank | General fund | $100,000 |
| Texas A&m Corps of Cadets Association | Texas a&m boot barn | $100,000 |
| Toolbox Ministries | General fund | $100,000 |
| The Galloway School | Matching funds raised by school gala | $86,380 |
| Schwab Charitable | Donor advised fund | $85,000 |
| Covenant House Texas | Campus redevelopment | $75,000 |
| Caesar Kleberg Wildlife Research Institute | Texas native seed program | $50,000 |
| Child Advocates | Court services program | $50,000 |
| First Liberty | General fund | $50,000 |
| Girl Scouts of San Jacinto | Campher - empowering girls in nature campaign | $50,000 |
| Houston Methodist Hospital | General fund | $50,000 |
| Memorial Hermann Foundation | Life flight fleet expansion | $50,000 |
| Memorial Park Conservancy | General fund | $50,000 |
| Miracle Foundation | General fund | $50,000 |
| The James Dick Foundation | General fund | $50,000 |
| Jeremiah Counsel Corporation | General fund | $50,000 |
| Texas Business Hall of Fame | Future texas legend army veteran award | $40,000 |
| Texas A&m Foundation | Digital accessibility in teaching & learning | $37,500 |
| Texas A&m Foundation | Interdisciplinary design for empowerment and agency through learning sciences | $37,500 |
| Boys and Girls Clubs of Champion Valley | General fund | $35,000 |
| Camp for All Foundation | General fund | $35,000 |
| Texas A&m Foundation | Aggie core values history project | $35,000 |
| The Forge for Families | General fund | $35,000 |
| Upbring Krause Children's Center | General fund | $35,000 |
| Mom Center (Heart of the Hills) | General fund | $35,000 |
| Bo's Place | General fund | $30,000 |
| Discovery Green | General fund | $30,000 |
| Hillsdale College | Pocket constitution program | $30,000 |
| My Connect Community | General fund | $30,000 |
| Round Top Library Association | Capital campaign - building and campus renovations | $30,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James R Montague
- Steven J Lindley
- Richard Rowe
Questions people ask
Does The Marie M and James H Galloway Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Marie M and James H Galloway Foundation give?
$3.4 million in tax year 2025, across 63 grants, with a typical grant of $35,000.
Who runs The Marie M and James H Galloway Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists James R Montague (Director), Steven J Lindley (Director) and Richard Rowe (Director).
What does The Marie M and James H Galloway Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and environment and conservation.